Software Engineer at Altera

Menlo Park, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

AI & Machine Learning, Enterprise Software, Data & AnalyticsIndustries

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PythonJavaGoSQLNoSQLAWSAzureGoogle CloudDockerKubernetesCI/CDProblem-SolvingCommunicationTeam Collaboration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Software Engineer position?

The salary is competitive, with details to be discussed during the hiring process.

Is this Software Engineer role remote or onsite?

The position is onsite in Menlo Park.

What skills are required for this Software Engineer role?

Required skills include 2-5+ years of backend development experience, strong proficiency in Python, Java, or Go, in-depth knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases and big data technologies, hands-on experience with cloud services like AWS/Azure/GCP and containerization with Docker/Kubernetes, plus excellent problem-solving, communication, and team skills.

What is the work environment like at Altera?

It's a startup environment that may involve extended hours, with close collaboration in cross-functional teams spanning science, UI/UX, product, and engineering.

What makes a strong candidate for this Software Engineer position?

Strong candidates will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or related field, 2-5+ years in backend infrastructure with high concurrency, proficiency in Python/Java/Go, database/big data expertise, cloud/containerization experience, and solid soft skills like problem-solving and communication.

Altera

Develops digital human agents for AI

About Altera

Altera develops digital human agents that mimic human traits like empathy, friendship, and fun. Their primary product allows users to interact with an AI agent while playing Minecraft, creating a friendly and engaging experience. Altera's agents are designed to be interoperable and capable of long-term autonomy, making them suitable for both individual users and businesses. Unlike many competitors, Altera focuses on advancing research and scaling technology to deliver unique, human-like AI products. The company's goal is to redefine AI agents, enhancing their versatility and human-like qualities.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2023Year Founded

$10.7MTotal Funding

SEEDCompany Stage

Consumer Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

11-50Employees